1962 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 45 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1417 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | DKW | Land Rover |
| Model | Junior | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 104 L |
