2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |