1998 BMW 318 vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 36 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 975 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 318 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
