2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1963 DKW F 11
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 40 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1963 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1090 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 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1963 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Rendezvous | F 11 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
