1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1958 DKW F 93 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 903 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 DKW F 93 (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 DKW F 93 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 DKW F 93 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 DKW F 93 (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 DKW F 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | DKW | DKW |
| Model | Coupe | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
