1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 6239D | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
