2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 34 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 450 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 670 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Le Mans | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
