1955 DKW F 91 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW F 91 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 DKW F 91, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW F 91 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | F 91 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
