1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 383 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Galaxie | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Galaxie | 750 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6387 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3071 mm |