2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,666 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 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 509 kg more than 1955 Ford Zephyr. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |