2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Golf | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
