1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1955 DKW F 93
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 285 kg more than 1955 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1955 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | DKW |
| Model | Guara | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
