1993 BMW 316 vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 31 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 1455 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, 1993 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 316 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 61.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
