1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 53 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 93 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
