1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 20 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, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 420 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 | 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Custom | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
