1959 DKW Junior vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 1959 DKW Junior is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati GT 3500 weights approximately 500 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 1958 Maserati GT 3500 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 1958 Maserati GT 3500. 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, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | DKW | Maserati |
| Model | Junior | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
