1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (224 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 852 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Galaxie | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
