1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1957 Maserati 300
To start off, 1957 Maserati 300 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 4,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 720 kg more than 1957 Maserati 300.
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 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Custom | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2320 mm |
