1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1971 Ford Zephyr 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Zephyr | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |