1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1952 DKW F 91
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 44 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 523 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1952 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Camaro | F 91 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
