1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1285 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | F 93 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3340 mm |
