1973 Toyota 2000GT vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota 2000GT | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | 2000GT | 320 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |