2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 549 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Italdesign |
Model | Lumina | Nazca |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |