1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 57 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1157 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest 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 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3000 mm |
