1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 49 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1941 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93. 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
