1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 54 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1186 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 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | F 91 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
