1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 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 49 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | 62 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
