1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 775 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Cadillac Sixty 1995 Subaru Legacy
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model Sixty Legacy
Year Released 1963 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 170 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 2125 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5670 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1410 mm


 

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