2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 356 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Mustang | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
