1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 850 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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. 1959 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Cadillac Seville 1998 Subaru Legacy
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model Seville Legacy
Year Released 1959 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm


 

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