1955 Dodge Custom vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 58 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 298 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Custom | CTS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
