1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 42 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 18 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.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxie | CLS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
