1988 BMW 535 vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 15 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 535 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |