1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 53 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 92 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 375 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6239D | Express |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
