2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr 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 606 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
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 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
