1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 55 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 103 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 320 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 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 6239D | 320 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
