1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1968 Plymouth GTX is newer by 12 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 413 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | 6239D | GTX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |