1965 DKW F 11 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 42 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 294 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | F 11 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
