1959 Ford Galaxie vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1977 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,436 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 773 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Galaxie | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Galaxie | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5436 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1075 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |