2007 BMW 120 vs. 1967 Subaru 360
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1967 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Subaru 360. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1967 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1967 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1967 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 120 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
