1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 45 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 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 651 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 1999 Ford Falcon 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 1999 Ford Falcon. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
