1963 DKW F 11 vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 656 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 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 DKW F 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | F 11 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
