1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 55 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 514 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | DKW | Jeep |
| Model | Coupe | Compass |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
