1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
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 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Custom | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4424 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |