1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 51 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1957 DKW F 93.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | DKW | Land Rover |
| Model | F 93 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3230 mm |
