1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 48 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 562 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 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 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | F 93 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
