1959 DKW Junior vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 38 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 835 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 1997 Ford Falcon 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 1997 Ford Falcon. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 1997 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2800 mm |
