1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z is newer by 20 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 135 more horse power than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 810 kg more than 1976 Datsun 280Z. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Datsun |
| Model | 6239D | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
