1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 52 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 75 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 67 kg more than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 6239D | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
