1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6239D | C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
