1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 439 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
