1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 55 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 155 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |