1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 54 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 199 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 940 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2645 mm |