1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 745 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.
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, 2005 Mercury Montego (282 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego 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 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | F 93 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
