1959 BMW 700 vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 700 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2638 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2740 mm |
