1959 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 730 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Biarritz | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Biarritz | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
