1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1969 Toyota Century is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Cadillac 60 (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Cadillac 60 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 60 | Century |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2870 mm |
