1958 Subaru 360 vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR T 350 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1958 Subaru 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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Subaru 360 | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | 360 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 549 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
