1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1385 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.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | DKW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F 11 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 91 L |
