1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | 6239D | E-150 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |