1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 646 kg more than 1972 Ford Galaxie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Galaxie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Galaxie | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
