1959 DKW Junior vs. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 29 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1185 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 1988 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Junior | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 120 L |
