1962 Cadillac Biarritz 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 Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 745 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 Biarritz. 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 Biarritz (582 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Biarritz | Forester |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 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 | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
