1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 685 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Cadillac Biarritz 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model Biarritz Legacy
Year Released 1960 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6389 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 210 HP 206 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 282 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2660 mm


 

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