1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 45 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 54 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Galaxie | 520 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
