1959 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1030 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | DKW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Junior | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
