1954 DKW F 89 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW F 89. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW F 89 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1954 DKW F 89. (24 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW F 89. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1778 kg more than 1954 DKW F 89. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 DKW F 89. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1954 DKW F 89 has manual transmission. 1954 DKW F 89 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 DKW F 89 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | DKW | Land Rover |
Model | F 89 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 684 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2743 mm |