1959 DKW F 93 vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1965 Jaguar Type S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 702 kg more than 1959 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jaguar Type S 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 1965 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | F 93 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
