1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 507 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Cadillac 6239D will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | 6239D | 370Z |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |