1965 DKW F 11 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 46 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 838 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 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 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | DKW | Mazda |
| Model | F 11 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
