1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1955 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1955 Dodge Custom and 1955 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,785 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Thunderbird (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 6 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Dodge Custom | 1955 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Custom | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 4785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2600 mm |
