2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1955 Dodge Custom
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 45 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 5,150 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Dodge Custom (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 216 kg more than 1955 Dodge Custom.
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:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1955 Dodge Custom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Catera | Custom |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2930 mm |
