1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 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 8 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 212 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon. 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Galaxie |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 6387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |