2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 3,224 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 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 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3224 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
