1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo 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 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | 6239D | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |