1958 DKW F 93 vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 40 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 581 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 McLaren F1 weights approximately 261 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 1998 McLaren F1 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 1998 McLaren F1. 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 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 | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | DKW | McLaren |
| Model | F 93 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
