1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 124 kg more than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6239D | ML |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| 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 | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
