1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 7 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) has 218 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 795 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | 6239D | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 543 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |