1965 DKW F 11 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 47 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1190 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 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | F 11 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
