1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1955 Lincoln Premiere
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 23 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. (282 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lincoln Premiere weights approximately 88 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1955 Lincoln Premiere | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | V8 Volante | Premiere |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
