1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon.
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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Galaxie | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
