1959 BMW 600 vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, both 1959 BMW 600 and 1959 DKW Junior were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 741 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Junior weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1959 DKW Junior | |
Make | BMW | DKW |
Model | 600 | Junior |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 741 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |