1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 57 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
