1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 27 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 98 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1983 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Avanti Avanti. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Avanti Avanti | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
Model | Avanti | 6239D |
Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |