1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
Model | Thunderbird | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |