1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 27 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 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 401 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 1981 Ferrari 308 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 1981 Ferrari 308. 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 308 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
