1965 DKW F 11 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 585 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | DKW | Mini |
| Model | F 11 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
