1958 Alvis TD vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1965 DKW F 11 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 695 kg more than 1965 DKW F 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Alvis TD 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 1958 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 DKW F 11, 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Alvis | DKW |
| Model | TD | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 31 L |
