1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 39 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, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 106 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.
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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Galaxie | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Galaxie | 730 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |