1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 2002 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 61.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
