1964 DKW F 11 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 730 kg more than 1964 DKW F 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 11, 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 11. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 DKW F 11 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 11 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
