1959 Subaru 360 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 2086 kg more than 1959 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1959 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1959 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Subaru 360 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | 360 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |