1967 Ferrari 312 vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 312 is newer by 8 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 2,989 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 312 weights approximately 165 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:
| 1967 Ferrari 312 | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 312 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
