1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1959 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F 93 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
