1994 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1966 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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 316 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
