1981 Buick Electra vs. 1959 DKW F 93
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 22 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 774 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 1981 Buick Electra 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 1981 Buick Electra. 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93. 1981 Buick Electra 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. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1959 DKW F 93 | |
Make | Buick | DKW |
Model | Electra | F 93 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |