2005 BMW 748 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 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, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 748 | 6239D |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3280 mm |