1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1972 Ford Galaxie is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 509 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Galaxie | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
Model | Galaxie | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |