2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 913 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | 360 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1780 mm |
