2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 321 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America.
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. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 375 America has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 375 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1954 Ferrari 375 America | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lumina | 375 America |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 140 L |