1960 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1992 Porsche 965 is newer by 32 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 765 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 1992 Porsche 965 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 1992 Porsche 965. 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | 965 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2270 mm |
