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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 147 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 545 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 (237 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm). 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 | 2492 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
