1956 DKW F 93 vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Nissan President is newer by 43 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 975 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 1999 Nissan President 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 1999 Nissan President. 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93. 1999 Nissan President 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. 1999 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 1999 Nissan President | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | President |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
