1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 92 kg more than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
