1983 BMW 725 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 1983 BMW 725 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 137 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 725.
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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 725 | 6239D |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3280 mm |
