1959 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 53 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1959 Ford Fairlane. (168 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 614 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Fairlane | LFA |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2606 mm |
