1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 681 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Outback |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |