1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 31 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, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | 6239D | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2610 mm |
