1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1952 DKW F 91
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 11 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1952 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Cadillac Sixty 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 1963 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1952 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | Sixty | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
