1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 56 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 530 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 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 | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | DKW | Brilliance |
| Model | F 93 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
