1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 30 L |
