1964 DKW F 11 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 48 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 954 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 DKW F 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 11. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 11 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |
