2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 40 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1740 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | CLK | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
