1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 5 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Comodoro | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
