1960 DKW Junior vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 670 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | DKW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Junior | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
