1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Willys-Overland |
Model | SL | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |