1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 53 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 914 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 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 DKW F 91. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano 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 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 91 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
