1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 41 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 755 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1957 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1957 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
