1963 DKW F 11 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 37 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 915 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 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 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 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | F 11 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 95 L |
