1959 DKW Junior vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 51 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 860 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 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Junior | 120 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 51 L |
