1960 DKW Junior vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1972 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Jimmy (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1150 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 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 1972 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1960 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1960 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | DKW | GMC |
| Model | Junior | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2720 mm |
