2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 816 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (531 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Lumina | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
