1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 32 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 890 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 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra 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 | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 11 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |
