1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1959 DKW F 93
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 40 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 787 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 1999 Cadillac Catera 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 1999 Cadillac Catera. 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93. 1999 Cadillac Catera 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. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1959 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | Catera | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
