1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Porsche 356 is newer by 4 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 140 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 692 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Custom | 356 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5150 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2110 mm |
