2006 BMW 523 vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 35 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), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 523 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 175 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |