2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1965 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | R-D6 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
