1960 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 51 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1470 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
