1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 296 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | 6239D | Tundra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |