2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 190 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Willys-Overland |
| Model | C | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
