1970 Toyota 2000GT vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311, 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, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota 2000GT | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | 2000GT | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
