1964 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Ford Falcon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Falcon. (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Falcon. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Falcon | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Falcon | Navigator |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2890 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1977 kg |