1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1965 Subaru 360

To start off, 1965 Subaru 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1965 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.

Compare all specifications:

1962 BMW 3200 CS 1965 Subaru 360
Make BMW Subaru
Model 3200 CS 360
Year Released 1962 1965
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3169 cc 356 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 36 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 415 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 1810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 64 L


 

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