1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 610 kg more than 1953 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 DKW F 91 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | F 91 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
