1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxie | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
