1955 Dodge Custom vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 870 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Custom | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5150 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3120 mm |
