1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 1966 Mercury Cyclone is newer by 11 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 162 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 | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Custom | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2950 mm |
