2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1901 kg more than 1968 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Xterra | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
