1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 56 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, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | 6239D | S4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
