1968 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 496 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Crown | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Crown | CTS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |