1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 370 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry 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 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 11 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
