1955 Lincoln Premiere vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 51 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. (282 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lincoln Premiere weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lincoln Premiere | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
| Model | Premiere | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
