1980 BMW 725 vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1980 BMW 725 is newer by 14 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 725.
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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 725 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
