2005 Porsche GT2 vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Porsche GT2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1965 Subaru 360.
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 GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche GT2 | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | GT2 | 360 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 20 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1810 mm |