2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 41 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1968 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DTS | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |