1964 DKW F 11 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 780 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.
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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 11. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable 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 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | F 11 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 85 L |
