1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 55 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1392 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 93 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
