1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 50 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1108 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | DKW | SsangYong |
| Model | F 93 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
