1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 48 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1075 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93. 2006 Honda Element 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. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 93 | Element |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
