1955 Dodge Custom vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 50 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 5,150 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 355 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 | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Custom | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5150 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2900 mm |
