1974 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1974 Toyota Century

To start off, both 1974 Cadillac Brougham and 1974 Toyota Century were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Brougham (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 565 kg more than 1974 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:

1974 Cadillac Brougham 1974 Toyota Century
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Brougham Century
Year Released 1974 1974
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7732 cc 3376 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 193 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2330 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 5950 mm 4990 mm
Wheelbase Size 3390 mm 2870 mm


 

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