2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 473 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 91 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Le Mans | Century |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
