1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 492 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | 6239D | Expedition |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |