1959 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 50 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2009 Nissan Titan 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. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Titan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 106 L |
