1959 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1015 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2006 Ford Expedition 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. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 106 L |
