1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 28 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 656 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 1982 Lincoln Continental 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 1982 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | DKW | Lincoln |
| Model | Coupe | Continental |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
