1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 3 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 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Galaxie | EX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
