2009 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Cadillac 6239D
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 53 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 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1956 Cadillac 6239D | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 320 | 6239D |
Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 191 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |