1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 56 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 154 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Outback |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
