1957 Austin Princess vs. 1959 DKW F 93
To start off, 1959 DKW F 93 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1959 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 1959 DKW F 93 | |
Make | Austin | DKW |
Model | Princess | F 93 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2360 mm |