1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 1965 DKW F 11 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette 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 19 kg more than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Because 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette 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 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. 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, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette 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 | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | DKW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | F 11 | Rockette |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
