1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1959 Triumph Herald is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 117 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Because 1959 Triumph Herald 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 1959 Triumph Herald. 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, 1959 Triumph Herald (83 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | DKW | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | Herald |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
