1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1956 Cadillac 6239D is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith 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 162 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 6239D | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 81 L |
