1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 15 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT 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 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 6239D | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 364 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
