1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 45 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | 6239D | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |