1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 44 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, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 205 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.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 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 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | BMW |
| Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
