1992 BMW 545 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 36 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 3 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 BMW 545. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 545 | 6239D |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
