1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback 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 Outback 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
