1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1958 DKW F 93 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Bristol 401 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 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 DKW F 93, 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, 1950 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Bristol | DKW |
| Model | 401 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
