1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO 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 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 521 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 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. 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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | GTO |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |
