1955 DKW F 93 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1959 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 523 kg more than 1955 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Lancia Flaminia 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 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW F 93 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 93 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
