1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 51 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 70 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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, 2007 BMW 525 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 6239D | 525 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
