1979 BMW 633 vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1979 BMW 633 is newer by 14 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 740 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 1979 BMW 633 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 1979 BMW 633. 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 633 | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |
