1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2000 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 34 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 32 kg more than 2000 Infiniti Q45.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Galaxie | 2000 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Galaxie | Q45 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6387 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |