1992 Acura NSX vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 27 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 640 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 1992 Acura NSX 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 1992 Acura NSX. 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Acura | DKW |
| Model | NSX | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
