1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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:
| 1958 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2624 mm |
