1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1967 Mercury Cougar is newer by 2 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 950 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 1967 Mercury Cougar 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 1967 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar 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 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | F 11 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
