1955 DKW F 93 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 57 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 710 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 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | F 93 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
