1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 43 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (387 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
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, 2009 Ford Falcon (520 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxie | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 387 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2838 mm |
