1954 Dodge Custom vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Dodge Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Dodge Custom would be higher. At 4,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1954 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Dodge Custom weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
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:
| 1954 Dodge Custom | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Custom | 930 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
