2009 BMW M6 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 41 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (150 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 400 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.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 244 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 | 1525 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |