1964 DKW F 102 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 102 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 911 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 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 102, 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 DKW F 102 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | F 102 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 78 L |
