2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 970 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Riviera | F 11 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
