1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1260 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 31 L |
