1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 29 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, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 569 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
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) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS. 1972 Ford Galaxie has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Galaxie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxie | FXS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
