2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 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 245 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 789 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Lumina | TR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |