2008 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1968 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1675 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
