1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 740 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, both vehicles can yield 543 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 6239D | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
