1959 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 54 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1324 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | DKW | Audi |
| Model | Junior | A8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2992 mm |
