1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 35 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 82 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Galaxie | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
