1959 DKW Junior vs. 1963 DKW F 11
To start off, 1963 DKW F 11 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 794 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 DKW F 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 34 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DKW F 11 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior.
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, 1963 DKW F 11 (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 DKW F 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1963 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | DKW | DKW |
| Model | Junior | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 31 L |
