1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 51 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1321 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
