1959 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 49 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 630 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 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
