1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 66 kg more than 1973 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. 1973 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac Banshee has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac Banshee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fairlane | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
