1959 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1556 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 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 DKW Junior | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Junior | ML |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 95 L |