1961 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1660 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 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | Junior | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3157 mm |
