2005 BMW 525 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 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 70 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 525 | 6239D |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
