1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 48 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 491 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 2002 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 DKW Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | DKW | Mahindra |
| Model | Coupe | Commander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
