1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 1970 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 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 1970 Ford Escort 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 1970 Ford Escort. 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, 1970 Ford Escort (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Escort 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 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 11 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 41 L |
