1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 855 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 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | F 93 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3340 mm |
