1959 BMW 700 vs. 1960 DKW Junior
To start off, 1960 DKW Junior is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 741 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 DKW Junior weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 BMW 700.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 DKW Junior (64 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1960 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1960 DKW Junior | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 700 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 741 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2180 mm |
