1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxie | Titan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4060 mm |
