1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 DKW F 91 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 2007 Lotus Exige. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | DKW | Lotus |
| Model | F 91 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
