1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 6239D | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 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 | 1934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
