1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 14 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 200 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
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) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90. 1956 Cadillac 6239D has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi Super 90 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi Super 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Cadillac 6239D will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Super 90 | 6239D |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3280 mm |
