1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 46 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 656 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 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 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 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | F 93 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
