1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1954 DKW Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Porsche 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Porsche 1300 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Porsche 1300 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 29 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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, 1953 Porsche 1300 (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Porsche 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
