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 (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 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 420 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 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Cadillac 6239D.
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 | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 4180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
