1999 Opel Omega vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 34 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 404 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, 1999 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Opel | Willys-Overland |
Model | Omega | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |