1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 18 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1070 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 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | F 11 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
