1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | 6239D | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
