1962 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 42 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1940 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 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 144 L |
