1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2640 mm |
