1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 40 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 423 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.
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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour 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 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 91 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
