1960 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 770 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 2006 Porsche 911 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 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
