1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
