1955 Dodge Custom vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 56 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, 1955 Dodge Custom (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 56 kg more than 1955 Dodge Custom.
Because 1955 Dodge Custom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Dodge Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Custom | Milan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2728 mm |
