1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 30 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 512 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique 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 | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | F 11 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
