1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 48 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 177 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 6239D | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
