1963 DKW F 11 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 46 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1225 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 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot 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 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 11 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |
