1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 53 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1570 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 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | DKW | Bentley |
| Model | F 93 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2746 mm |
