1963 DKW F 11 vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 43 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 800 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 11 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 73 L |
