2004 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1971 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1971 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1971 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 189 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |