1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 763 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
