1959 DKW Junior vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 24 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 600 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 1983 Porsche 930 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 1983 Porsche 930. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | 930 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |
