1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 945 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 6239D | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
