1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1956 DKW F 93 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 825 kg more than 1956 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S 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 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1956 DKW F 93 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F 93 | 300S |
Year Released | 1956 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 895 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |