1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1965 Ferrari 330GT
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 330GT is newer by 12 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 540 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 1965 Ferrari 330GT 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 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT 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 | 1965 Ferrari 330GT | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | F 91 | 330GT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
