1959 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 48 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2007 Ford E-250 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. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | DKW | Ford |
Model | Junior | E-250 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 132 L |