1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1962 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1962 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1962 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | 360 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1780 mm |
