2005 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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 57 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 330 | 6239D |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |