2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 305 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Willys-Overland |
| Model | XJ | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
