1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 690 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 1993 Porsche 993 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 1993 Porsche 993. 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 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 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | F 11 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
