1953 Studebaker Commander vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1972 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,809 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 532 kg more than 1972 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1953 Studebaker Commander (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Studebaker Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. 1953 Studebaker Commander has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Studebaker Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Studebaker Commander | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3809 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
