1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Cadillac 6239D will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 6239D | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
