1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 280 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93. 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2001 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 93 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
