2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Lumina | Newport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
