1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 49 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 779 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW F 93 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 93 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
