1955 Lincoln Premiere vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lincoln Premiere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lincoln Premiere would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Lincoln Premiere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. (282 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 453 kg more than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lincoln Premiere | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Premiere | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3030 mm |
