1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 38 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 540 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | F 93 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
