1960 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 52 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1290 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 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | DKW | Aston Martin |
| Model | Junior | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
