2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Magnum | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Magnum | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6058 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |