1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 8 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 205 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 755 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 6239D | Crown |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
