1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 574 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxie | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2280 mm |
