1955 Lincoln Premiere vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 53 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, 1955 Lincoln Premiere (282 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lincoln Premiere should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 273 kg more than 1955 Lincoln Premiere.
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 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Premiere | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
