1960 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 44 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1722 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 132 L |
