1955 DKW F 91 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 55 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 695 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 DKW F 91. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | F 91 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
