1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 312 (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 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 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | DKW | Wartburg |
| Model | F 11 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 43 L |
