1973 BMW Touring vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 14 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 645 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Touring | 360 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1780 mm |