1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 42 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, 1955 Dodge Custom (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 550 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. 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 | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Custom | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2500 mm |
