2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 586 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 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | R 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |