1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1964 DKW F 11
To start off, 1964 DKW F 11 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1964 DKW F 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 DKW F 11 (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 11 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 DKW F 11 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 DKW F 11 (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 DKW F 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1964 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Berkeley | DKW |
| Model | Foursome | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2260 mm |
