1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 420 kg more than 1957 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Senator 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 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1978 Opel Senator (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | F 93 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
