2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |