2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 50 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
Model | Mustang | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |