1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 35 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 879 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 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93. 1993 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1958 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1958 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 DKW F 93 | 1993 Audi V8 | |
Make | DKW | Audi |
Model | F 93 | V8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |