1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 905 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | 6239D | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |