1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1075 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 1971 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1956 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1956 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | F 93 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
