2006 Acura RL vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 1967 Toyota Century | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |