2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 429 kg more than 1953 Singer SM 1500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Singer |
Model | Lumina | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |