1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 622 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (583 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Biarritz | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 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 | 583 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
