1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 330 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce 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 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | F 11 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
