1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 531 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 DeVille (582 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DeVille | Forester |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| 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 | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 582 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 | 2055 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
