1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, both 1965 DKW F 11 and 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 655 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 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F 11 | W 110 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 52 L |