1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 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 76 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Cadillac 6239D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Cadillac 6239D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | 6239D | C6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2910 mm |
