1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 55 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 464 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 2008 Honda S2000 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 2008 Honda S2000. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 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 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 91 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
