1969 Toyota 2000GT vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 1969 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407, 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota 2000GT | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | 2000GT | 407 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
