2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1361 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1958 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1958 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
