2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 982 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 805 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
