1954 Lincoln Facts, Figures, and Specifications
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1954 Lincoln Capri Hardtop Coupe
1954 Lincoln Capri Convertible
1. 317 CID OHV V-8 Unchanged at 205 Horsepower
2. Styling Changes Minimal
3. No Air Conditioning Yet
4. Lincoln Again Wins Pan-American Road Race
5. Brake Size Increases to 12.94 inches
1954 – More of the Same Good Thing
Lincolns grew an inch in length, but little else changed. Once again Lincoln was the dominant US make in the Pan American Road Race, taking the first two spots.
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1954 Lincoln
| 01 Regent Black | |
| 02 Ambassador Blue | |
| 04 Majestic Maroon | |
| 05 Wellington Gray | |
| 07 Cadet Gray | |
| 08 Colony Tan | |
| 09 Columbia Blue | |
| 11 Embassy Brown | |
| 13 Canterbury Green | |
| 14 Empire Green | |
| 16 Palace Green | |
| 19 Premier Yellow | |
| 20 Regal Red | |
| 23 Ermine White |
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1954 Lincoln Facts and Specifications
General Year Information – 1954 Lincoln
Lincolns grew slightly in length this year. The Lincoln name was now written on the front fenders. The wide, slanted rear fender chrome piece was replaced by a rear fender stone shield. The straight, side molding was higher and longer than that used on the 1953s. The Lincoln logo, and a large “V” were on the face of the hood. The top bumper/grille bar was straight rather than having a dip in the middle, giving an illusion of greater width.
The 317 CID V-8 was unchanged in horsepower and torque, though there were improvements in the hydraulic lifters and the carburetor for quieter operation and smoother acceleration. Lincoln continued to use GM’s Hydra-Matic automatic transmission after the late year hiatus when GM’s plant fire halter production. This indecent did get Lincoln to speed the development of their own automatic transmission that would appear in 1955.
Historical
Once again, Lincoln was successful in the famous Pan-American Road Race, placing first and second. Though the V-8 engine was smaller and lighter than its competition from Chrysler and Cadillac – and though it was rated at 25-30 HP less, it’s factory HP was under-rated and it hauled a car 300-400 less heavy than its competition. Sales were up solidly in the Capri line, but down drastically in the Custom line – resulting in an almost 4,000 unit drop in total deliveries.
1954 Lincoln Factoids
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The 317 CID V-8 was unchanged in horsepower and torque, though there were improvements in the hydraulic lifters and the carburetor for quieter operation and smoother acceleration.
Lincoln brakes were increased in size by one full inch. The lively performance and nimble handling warranted better brakes and the factory complied.
Other makes in the luxury fields began to offer air conditioning, but Lincoln management felt it was not a selling point. The drop in sales of the less expensive Custom line sent a message that if Lincoln wanted to compete this would be important in the coming years.
1954 Lincoln Facts – Models Offered
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Capri – The Capri was the top line. It was indistinguishable externally from its sister model, except for the nameplate, in script on the leading edge of the rear fender. Interiors were upscale and included leather in some models.
Three body styles were available: 2-door Hardtop, 4-door Sedan, and Convertible.
Custom/Cosmopolitan – The Cosmopolitan continued as the lesser line. It was indistinguishable externally from its sister model, except for the nameplate, in script on the leading edge of the rear fender. Interiors were less ostentatious but otherwise similar.
Two body styles were available: the 2-door Hardtop and the 4-door Sedan.
1954 Lincoln Facts – Engines
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317 CID 4-Barrel V-8 : Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 317.5 cubic Inches.
Bore and stroke: 3.8 x 3.5 inches.
Compression ratio: 8.0:1.
Horsepower: 205 @ 4200 RPM.
Torque: 305 @ 2300 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake: 256°, Exhaust: 256°, Overlap: 38°; Lift: Intake 0.354″, Exhaust 0.354″.
Carburetor: Holley four-barrel 2140 model EAD-N or EAD-S.
1954 Lincoln Facts – Chassis Features
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- Wheelbase: 123.0 inches.
- Overall length: 214.8 Inches.
- Overall width: 77.44 Inches.
- Overall height: 62.7 inches.
- Front tread: 58.5 inches.
- Rear tread: 58.5 inches.
- Tires: 8.00 x 15
- Optional tires: 8.00 x 15 6-ply tubeless.
1954 Lincoln Facts – Powertrains
- Four Speed Automatic Transmission Ratios (GM Hydra-Matic)
- All: 1st – 3.819:1, 2nd – 2.634:1, 3rd – 1.450:1, 4th – 1:1, Reverse – 4.304:1.
- Rear Gear Standard Ratios
- 3-speed AMT – 3.31:1.
- Engine Options
- NONE.
1954 Lincoln Facts – Powertrain Options
- Transmissions
- GM Hydramatic automatic transmission was standard.
- Engines
- 317 CID OHV 205 HP V-8 was the only engine available.
1954 Lincoln Facts – Significant Options
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- Back-Up lights.
- Cigar lighter & Map light.
- Compass.
- Door edge guards.
- Door handle shields.
- Engine compartment light.
- Exhaust pipe extension.
- Floor mats.
- Front and rear bumper guards.
- Gas cap, locking.
- Heater, dual unit.
- Outside rear view mirror.
- Power brakes.
- Power radio antenna.
- Power steering.
- Power seat (standard on convertible).
- Power windows (standard on convertible).
- Radio.
- Radio with rear speaker.
- Rear view mirror, inside with control.
- Rear window defroster.
- Rear window wipers.
- Road lamps.
- Seat covers.
- Spotlight.
- Tinted glass.
- Tinted windshield.
- White sidewall tires.
- Windshield washer.
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1954 Lincoln Capri Convertible
The 1954 Lincoln Capri Convertible was the only convertible in the line. 1,951 were delivered, making it rare and desirable today.
1954 Lincoln Capri 2-Door Hardtop
The 1954 Lincoln Capri 2-Door Hardtop sold well due to its good looks and spritely performance. 12,916 found happy customers.
1954 Lincoln Capri 4-Door Sedan
The 1954 Lincoln Capri 4-Door Sedan was the upscale 4-door in 1954. It barely eked out a sales win over the 2-door hardtop with 14,003 sold.
1954 Lincoln Cosmopolitan 2-Door Hardtop
The 1954 Lincoln Cosmopolitan 2-Door Hardtop should have sold well due to its lower price, but only 2,994 were built.
1954 Lincoln Cosmopolitan 4-Door Sedan
The 1954 Lincoln Cosmopolitan 4-Door Sedan was the entry-level 4-door. Only 4,447 were sold.