1963 DKW F 11 vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 26 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW F 11 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1989 Westfield ZEI 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 1989 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI 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 | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | DKW | Westfield |
| Model | F 11 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
