1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 575 kg more than 1958 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | 3-Litre | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
