2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 43 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
Model | E-150 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |