1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 839 kg more than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender. 1972 Ford Galaxie has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Galaxie | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |