1994 Audi A8 vs. 1963 DKW F 11
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1963 DKW F 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 DKW F 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1963 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Audi | DKW |
| Model | A8 | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |
