1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 539 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe. 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Accord |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
