1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 558 kg more than 1958 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | F 93 | XK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
