1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 57 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 485 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
Model | 6239D | Continental |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |