2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1955 Lincoln Premiere
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lincoln Premiere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lincoln Premiere would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Lincoln Premiere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. (282 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lincoln Premiere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lincoln Premiere weights approximately 936 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1955 Lincoln Premiere | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-250 | Premiere |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2980 mm |
