1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
