2007 BMW M vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M | R 360 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |