1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1966 Ford Galaxie is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 812 kg more than 1956 Holden FE. 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Galaxie | FE |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
