1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 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 1974 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 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Custom | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4424 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |