1955 DKW F 89 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 89. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 89 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 89. (24 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 89. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1848 kg more than 1955 DKW F 89. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 DKW F 89. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW F 89 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | DKW | Land Rover |
| Model | F 89 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 684 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
