1953 DKW F 91 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 543 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, 2008 Volvo S40 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | F 91 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
