1959 DKW Junior vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 23 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 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1900 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 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | DKW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Junior | LM |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3010 mm |
