1961 Subaru 360 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1961 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1961 Subaru 360.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Subaru 360. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1961 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1961 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Subaru 360 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
| Model | 360 | EX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
