2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT

To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-150 1968 Toyota 2000GT
Make Ford Toyota
Model F-150 2000GT
Year Released 2006 1968
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 5690 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 3520 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 60 L


 

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