1959 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 50 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Ford Fairlane. (168 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 762 kg more than 1959 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
