1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 36 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 494 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Galaxie | 316 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
