1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 510 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 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | F 93 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
