1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 39 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 669 kg more than 1966 Ford Galaxie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Galaxie | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
