1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 54 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 41 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 6239D | X5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
