1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1952 DKW F 91 has manual transmission. 1952 DKW F 91 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 DKW F 91 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | F 91 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
