1959 Berkeley B vs. 1952 DKW F 91
To start off, 1959 Berkeley B is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 894 cc (3 cylinders), 1952 DKW F 91 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B (49 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 DKW F 91 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 DKW F 91 (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1952 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Berkeley | DKW |
| Model | B | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2360 mm |
