1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | 62 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |