1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 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 99 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 442 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Galaxie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Galaxie | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
