2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 39 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 695 kg more than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Land Rover | Willys-Overland |
Model | Defender | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |