1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2010 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 821 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Brougham (591 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Cadillac Brougham 2010 Subaru Forester
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model Brougham Forester
Year Released 1960 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 170 HP
Torque 591 Nm 236 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1474 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1674 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 64 L


 

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