1959 DKW Junior vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 17 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 665 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 1976 Ferrari 308 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 1976 Ferrari 308. 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Junior | 308 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2560 mm |
