1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1997 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 38 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 702 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 1997 Ford Thunderbird 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 1997 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird 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 | 1997 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 93 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
