1961 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 51 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | DKW | Infiniti |
| Model | Junior | FX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
