1961 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 45 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 3,310 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 930 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Camry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 3310 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
