1955 DKW F 91 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 52 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1080 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.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 DKW F 91. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Element 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 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 91 | Element |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
