1955 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 50 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 411 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 2005 Honda S2000 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 2005 Honda S2000. 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 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 | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
