2006 BMW 330 vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 61.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
