1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
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 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | 6239D | Charger |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |