1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| 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 | 197 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
