1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 3 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, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 100 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 | 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Custom | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5150 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
