1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 342 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
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:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Galaxie | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
