1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 41 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
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 | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Dodge | Italdesign |
| Model | Custom | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
