2006 BMW 650 vs. 1953 DKW F 91
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 53 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1953 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 2006 BMW 650. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1953 DKW F 91 | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 650 | F 91 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
