1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1972 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Mustang weights approximately 19 kg more than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1972 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang 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. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
