1978 Buick Estate vs. 1955 DKW F 91
To start off, 1978 Buick Estate is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 91. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1955 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Estate 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 1978 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 91. (79 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 91. 1978 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1955 DKW F 91 has manual transmission. 1955 DKW F 91 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 1955 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Estate | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
