1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | 6239D | 124 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2430 mm |
