2008 BMW 530 vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 42 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 21 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
