1958 DKW F 93 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 52 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 395 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F 93 | B |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
