1978 BMW B7 vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1978 BMW B7 is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW B7 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 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, 1978 BMW B7 (627 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm). This means 1978 BMW B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW B7 | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | B7 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1160 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
