2009 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
