1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D 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 9 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 830 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 6239D | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
