1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
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 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 700 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 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F 11 | SC |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
