1965 DKW F 11 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 765 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 11 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
