2000 Acura NSX vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 42 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 545 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 2000 Acura NSX 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 2000 Acura NSX. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Acura | DKW |
| Model | NSX | F 93 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| 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 | 1460 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
