1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1968 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 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 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 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 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | F 11 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |
