1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1816 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lincoln |
| Model | Electron | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
