1998 Acura NSX vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 32 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | NSX | 360 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1810 mm |