1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 47 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1573 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 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 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3510 mm |
