1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 48 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 680 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | 62 | Forester |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
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 | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 306 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |