1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 46 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 91 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Cadillac 6239D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Cadillac 6239D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 6239D | Pod |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
