1959 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1959 Ford Fairlane (168 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 614 kg more than 1959 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
