1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | 6239D | 750 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |