1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Ford 427
To start off, 2003 Ford 427 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2003 Ford 427 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 2003 Ford 427. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2003 Ford 427 (704 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Ford 427 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | 427 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 704 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
