1995 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 386 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 525 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1164 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 |