1965 DKW F 11 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 48 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1490 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 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 DKW F 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | F 11 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
