1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 296 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | DKW | Porsche |
Model | Coupe | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |