1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2005 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | New Yorker | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2920 mm |