1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 114 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 402 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | 6239D | Outback |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2740 mm |