1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 34 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 1105 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
