1959 DKW Junior vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 DKW Junior is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 773 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jaguar XK 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 1957 Jaguar XK. 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | Junior | XK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
