1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 15 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 201 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | Dino |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
