1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 40 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 195 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 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 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Cadillac | GAZ |
| Model | 6239D | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2810 mm |
