1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 70 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6239D | Viano |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
