1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 31 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1120 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 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 DKW F 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 11 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
