1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxie | Viano |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
