1962 BMW 700 vs. 1953 DKW F 91
To start off, 1962 BMW 700 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1953 DKW F 91 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 DKW F 91 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 BMW 700.
Because 1962 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 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 DKW F 91, 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, 1953 DKW F 91 (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 DKW F 91 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1953 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 700 | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2360 mm |
