2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1489 kg more than 1965 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 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
