1961 BMW 700 vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1961 BMW 700 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 903 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 219 kg more than 1961 BMW 700.
Because 1961 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 DKW Coupe (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 700 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2340 mm |
