1971 Buick GS vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1971 Buick GS is newer by 3 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (150 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 507 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick GS | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | GS | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |