1959 DKW Junior vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1370 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 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2790 mm |
