1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 53 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1954 DKW Coupe has manual transmission. 1954 DKW Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3510 mm |
