2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1972 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 903 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie. 1972 Ford Galaxie has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Galaxie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1972 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 83 L |
