1961 DKW Junior vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 52 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 915 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Junior | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |
