1955 Dodge Custom vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 383 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 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Custom | Charger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3048 mm |
