1955 DKW F 93 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 13 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 385 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 1968 Lamborghini Miura 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 1968 Lamborghini Miura. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura 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 | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | DKW | Lamborghini |
| Model | F 93 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
