1962 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 770 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 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 78 L |
