1954 Dodge Custom vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 57 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1954 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1954 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1954 Dodge Custom. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Dodge Custom | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Custom | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2649 mm |
