2009 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1959 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1525 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |