1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
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1960 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | 62 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |