2006 GMC Savana vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | GMC | Willys-Overland |
Model | Savana | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2740 mm |