1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 33 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 760 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mythos has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | 6239D | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
