1955 Dodge Custom vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 55 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Ascari KZ1.
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 | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ascari |
| Model | Custom | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2636 mm |
