2009 BMW 530 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 1288 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 530 | R 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 1668 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |