1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 52 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Coupe | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | DKW | Land Rover |
Model | Coupe | Defender |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |