1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Galaxie is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford Galaxie. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Galaxie | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
