1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
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 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT has manual transmission. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | TX-GT | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 106 L |
