1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 367 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxie | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
