1968 Toyota 2000GT vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1968 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota 2000GT | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | 2000GT | 125 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |