1952 DKW F 91 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 59 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 734 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 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 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | DKW | Citroen |
| Model | F 91 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
