1955 Lincoln Premiere vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 58 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. (282 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 223 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.
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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Premiere | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3200 mm |
