1965 DKW F 11 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 DKW F 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 DKW F 11 | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | DKW | Jeep |
| Model | F 11 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2683 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
