1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 6239D | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
