2009 BMW 120 vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 120 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |