1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1963 DKW F 11 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 315 kg more than 1963 DKW F 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW F 11 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | F 11 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
