1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6239D | E |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |