1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 16 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 312 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Galaxie | Countach |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
