1959 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Ford Fairlane. (168 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 648 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
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. 1959 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | NSX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2540 mm |
