1955 Dodge Custom vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 51 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 554 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
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 | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Custom | Exige |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |
