1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 675 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Impreza |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2625 mm |