2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1965 DKW F 11
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 42 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11.
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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1965 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Rendezvous | F 11 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
