2004 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Cayenne | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayenne | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
