1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 1007 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 has automatic transmission and 1965 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1965 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 260 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
