2005 BMW 535 vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 37 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 370 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | BMW | Willys-Overland |
Model | 535 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |