1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 219 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 Dodge DURANGO 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 Dodge DURANGO 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 6239D | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
