2009 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 41 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360.
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 330 (315 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
