1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | 6239D | FX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
