1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 36 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | E-150 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |