1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Galaxie | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Galaxie | M |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |