1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 46 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 63 more horse power than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Because 1966 Ford Galaxie is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford Galaxie. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Ford | Luxgen |
| Model | Galaxie | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1768 mm |
