1957 DKW F 93 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 55 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1487 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93. 2012 Nissan Titan 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. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4060 mm |
