1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie 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 138 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Galaxie | G21 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2320 mm |
