1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 55 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 925 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 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger 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 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 91 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
