2008 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,493 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
