1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 70 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 60 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2800 mm |
