1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 37 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 860 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 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | DKW | Mercury |
Model | F 91 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 894 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |