1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 34 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 549 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.
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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 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 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | DKW | Saab |
| Model | F 93 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
