1962 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1375 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 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3050 mm |
