2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 78 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1969 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1969 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
