2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Toyota Century

To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac STS 1968 Toyota Century
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model STS Century
Year Released 2005 1968
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 60 L


 

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