1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
Model | Lumina | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |