1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 17 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 214 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 996 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1973 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine 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 | 1973 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | 6239D | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2510 mm |
