1983 Bitter SC vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC 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 107 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | SC | 6239D |
Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3280 mm |