1958 DKW 600 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 DKW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 DKW 600 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 90 more horse power than 1958 DKW 600. (30 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW 600.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 DKW 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW 600. (57 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW 600 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | DKW | Land Rover |
| Model | 600 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 671 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
