1962 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 32 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 650 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 1994 Ferrari F355 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 1994 Ferrari F355. 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Junior | F355 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 82 L |
