Japan vs Japan — 1967 vs 1970
| 2000GT | Fairlady Z 432 (S20) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 160 hp |
| Top Speed | 135 mph | 125 mph |
| Weight | 2,469 lbs | 2,271 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,330 mm | 2,305 mm |
| Length | 4,175 mm | 4,115 mm |
| Units Produced | 351 | 420 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Toyota 2000GT brings higher top speed to the table, and the 1970 Nissan Fairlady Z 432 (S20) answers with lighter weight. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Coupe cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1967 Toyota 2000GT versus the 1970 Nissan Fairlady Z 432 (S20). Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1967 Toyota 2000GT producing 150 hp and the 1970 Nissan Fairlady Z 432 (S20) delivering 160 hp. The 1967 Toyota 2000GT claims a higher top speed at 135 mph compared to 125 mph. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.