1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6239D | SLK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
