1961 DKW Junior vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 1981 Porsche 928 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 928 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 1981 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | 928 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 85 L |
