1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1963 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1963 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1963 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | Q45 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
