1999 Audi R8 vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 30 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 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1969 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1969 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1170 mm |
