1978 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6. 1978 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2010 Brilliance BS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Century | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Brilliance |
| Model | Century | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |
