This is Lincoln for 1956
Capri Coupe & Sedan Premiere Coupe & Sedan Premier Convertible Options Engine/Transmission Specifications
Engineering advances...where Lincoln widens its lead.
New 275 HP Lincoln Engine ... with high-torque power that works for your extra safety in every speed range.
So we'll star right off by telling you that the 1956 Lincoln Engine is entirely new. It differs importantly from any other V-type engine under the hood of any other large car. And, in terms of ratings you are probably most familiar with, this new Lincoln Engine has 275 horsepower, and a new high-efficiency 9.00 to 1 compression ratio.
There's another listing you'll see in the 1957 engine specifications, that is actually far more meaningful for you. What it says is this: Torque - 401 foot pounds at 2,800 rpm.
What it means is that Lincoln power is usable, practical, safety-minded. That you get its full benefit at the speeds you usually drive in. That at 5 miles per hour...10 miles per hour...30 miles per hour - as well as at the legal limits - power works to give more responsive performance.
This year, too, we're introducing the temperature-controlled air induction system. This feature lets only pre-warmed air into the carburetor when the engine is cold, and only cool outside air when the engine is warm. Result: faster warmups and no carburetor icing in cold weather...higher breathing efficiency in any weather. This is another Lincoln engineering first - an important one.
And there are many more engineering refinements in this new Lincoln Engine - far too many, in fact, to include here. But the essential difference - the difference you can feel and appreciate when you drive the new Lincoln - is that Lincoln power is more than "paper" horsepower. It is everyday power, every speed power performing all the time for your safety.
Yes, and for your pleasure, too.
New Lincoln Turbo-Drive ... with "escalator action" for smoother, more responsive performance.
That's the very reason why we designed Lincoln Turbo-Drive to measure up to the 1956 Lincoln Engine in every phase of performance.
This means that Lincoln Turbo-Drive is the smoothest, most responsive and versatile transmission yet developed - by years. Only Lincoln in the fine car field has this uniquely different transmission, and its standard equipment on all Lincoln models for 1956.
Now, let's see why we can promise that you will be completely unaware of any jerk or hesitation or engine race when your Lincoln changes gears. That it will respond immediately. That you will have no sensation of high engine speed and noise when you're actually moving quite slowly. That you can get the precise acceleration you need to get away fast or pass safely - without ever moving the selector lever.
Most of these things happen because Lincoln Turbo-Drive combines the smoothness of a torque convertor with the responsiveness of a streamlined self-shifting transmission. The result is positive yet even-flowing "escalator action" - something else that's yours only in Lincoln.
In addition, Lincoln Turbo-Drive has a "kickdown" feature that lets you shift into a lower gear ratio for extra acceleration at all speeds below 70 mph. For example, from a standing start you can tramp all the way down and stay in low gear until about 40 miles per hour. That's for a really fast getaway. Or, to pass another car on the highway or to climb a hill, you can tramp down to intermediate for quick, extra power - all without touching the gear selector.
You can see that we believe Lincoln Turbo-Drive, combined with the new Lincoln Engine, is an entirely different kind of performance unit from any you have ever known. We think that you will agree with us, once you have tried it.
Why not come in today to test for yourself the smoothest and most effective engine-transmission teamwork in the fine car field? We'll let Lincoln do the talking - with performance.
