1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 523 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 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corvette | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
