1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 18 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Jaguar | Willys-Overland |
Model | XJS | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |