2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1963 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1963 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 886 kg more than 1963 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mazda R 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mazda R 360. (23 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1963 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
