1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 57 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 76 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
