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Cadillac 6239D

General information

ModelCadillac 6239D
Year1956
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5972 ccm (364.41 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5972 ccm (364.41 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power289.00 PS (213 kW or 285 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque543.00 Nm (55.4 kgf-m or 400.5 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.7:1
Bore x stroke101.6 x 92.1 mm (4.0 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1438 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space6690 litres (1,768 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (515.7 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2010 kg (4,431.3 pounds)
Overall length5650 mm (222.4 inches)
Overall width2040 mm (80.3 inches)
Overall height1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase3280 mm (129.1 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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