2008 BMW 540 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1960 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, 2008 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 540 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 16 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 80 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
