1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 47 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 528 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Galaxie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Galaxie | Continental |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2746 mm |
