1959 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 921 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
