2008 BMW 318 vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 318 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 549 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 |
