1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 13 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 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 59 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Because 1967 Volkswagen 1302 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 1967 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
