1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Chevelle | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6478 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |