1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 50 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, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 6239D | GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
