1987 Buick Estate vs. 1964 DKW F 11
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1964 DKW F 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Estate 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 1987 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 11. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 1964 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Estate | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
