1955 DKW F 91 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 50 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 717 kg more than 1955 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 91 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
