1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera 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 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 732 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
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 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Galaxie | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Galaxie | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6387 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |