2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 1955 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1955 Porsche 550 A. 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. 2005 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1955 Porsche 550 A has manual transmission. 1955 Porsche 550 A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 1955 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
