2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1955 DKW F 93
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 47 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 767 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1955 DKW F 93 has manual transmission. 1955 DKW F 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Park Avenue | 1955 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Park Avenue | F 93 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
