1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 34 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1015 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Venture | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |
