2005 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1966 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1966 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
