1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Dodge Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Dodge Custom would be higher. At 5,150 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Dodge Custom (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 850 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Custom | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5150 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2260 mm |
