1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 441 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
