1959 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
