1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan. 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, 2006 Mercury Milan, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 6239D | Milan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
