2004 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 38 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, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
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) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
