2005 BMW 530 vs. 1958 DKW F 93
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 47 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1958 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 715 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 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1958 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 530 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
