1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 58 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 334 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 91 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
