1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 1984 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 911 weights approximately 351 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 1984 Porsche 911 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 1984 Porsche 911. 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, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Coupe | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
Make | DKW | Porsche |
Model | Coupe | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |