2005 BMW 325 vs. 1955 DKW F 93
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 50 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 579 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1955 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 325 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
