1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 120 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 6239D | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
