1985 Buick Electra vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 29 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 176 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Cadillac 6239D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Cadillac 6239D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | 6239D |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3280 mm |
