1994 BMW M5 vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600

To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 29 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 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 426 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.

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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW M5 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
Make BMW Willys-Overland
Model M5 Aero-Willys 2600
Year Released 1994 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3793 cc 2638 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 194 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1786 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2740 mm


 

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