1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1038 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxie | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
