1993 TVR Chimaera vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 28 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1993 TVR Chimaera | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | TVR | Willys-Overland |
Model | Chimaera | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |