2009 BMW 135 vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 51 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 976 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1958 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1958 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 135 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
