2009 Lexus GS vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1961 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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | GS | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
