2004 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 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 | 1495 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |