1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 295 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 91 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
