1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 310 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 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang 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 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
