1963 DKW F 11 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 577 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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 11 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
