1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 62 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2645 mm |
