2008 BMW 530 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 1120 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
