1960 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 632 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
