2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1968 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 350Z | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
