1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 434 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Cadillac |
| Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
