1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1965 DKW F 11 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 DKW F 11 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | F 11 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 88 L |
