1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 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 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 880 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 1975 Jaguar XJS 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 1975 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | F 91 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
