2009 BMW 523 vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1965 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 523 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |