1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 203 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxie | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
