2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 375 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Porsche | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 911 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
