1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | R |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3216 mm |
