1959 DKW Junior vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 53 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1145 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 2012 BMW 535 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 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Junior | 535 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
