1956 Ford 12 M vs. 1959 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1959 Ford Galaxie is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,436 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1959 Ford Galaxie has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1956 Ford 12 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Ford Galaxie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford 12 M | 1959 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 12 M | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3000 mm |
