2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 37 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | SSR | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |