1965 Maserati Tipo 65 vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 is newer by 6 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 5,046 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 weights approximately 575 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Tipo 65 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5046 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1780 mm |
