1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 820 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 6239D | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 150 L |
