1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1965 DKW F 11 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 721 kg more than 1965 DKW F 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Rover P4 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 DKW F 11 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | DKW | Rover |
| Model | F 11 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 52 L |
