2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1832 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. 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.
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2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Navigator | 356 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |