1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 6239D | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
