1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 90 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 461 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6239D | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
