1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 30 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 86 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Galaxie | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
