2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1961 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1961 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1961 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | 360 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 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 | 1500 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |