1962 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 775 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DKW | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 67 L |
