1965 DKW F 11 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 770 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | F 11 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
