1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1400 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 1970 Chrysler Town & Country 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 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
Make | Chrysler | DKW |
Model | Town & Country | F 11 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |