1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1963 Jaguar Type S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 730 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 1963 Jaguar Type S 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 1963 Jaguar Type S. 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, 1963 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 DKW F 91 | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | F 91 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
