1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1952 DKW F 91
To start off, 1952 DKW F 91 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1952 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 DKW F 91, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1952 DKW F 91 | |
Make | Bristol | DKW |
Model | 400 | F 91 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |