1958 Subaru 360 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 54 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 1029 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Subaru 360 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | 360 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 549 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |