1959 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 52 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Venza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 67 L |