1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 13 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 6239D | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 127 L |
