1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 46 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 922 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 2005 Ferrari 612 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 2005 Ferrari 612. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1959 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | F 93 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |
