1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 18 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1100 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 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1952 DKW F 91 has manual transmission. 1952 DKW F 91 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 DKW F 91 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | F 91 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
