1962 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 780 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | 407 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 66 L |
