1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | 62 | Forester |
Year Released | 1962 | 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 | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 231 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 Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |