1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 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 25 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 250 kg more than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 6239D | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
