1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 28 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 241 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1984 Talbot Samba. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | 6239D | Samba |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2350 mm |
