2008 BMW 318 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 52 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 144 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 318 | 6239D |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
