1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 40 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 771 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1954 DKW Coupe has manual transmission. 1954 DKW Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Coupe | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | DKW | Buick |
Model | Coupe | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2820 mm |