2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
