1962 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2000 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | DKW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Junior | LM |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3010 mm |
