1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 1956 Cadillac 6239D is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 740 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Cadillac 6239D will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | 6239D |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
