2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |