1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 609 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 6239D | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
