1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 DKW F 102
To start off, 1966 DKW F 102 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1966 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 566 kg more than 1966 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 DKW F 102 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Corvette | F 102 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 31 L |
