1962 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 46 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior.
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, 2008 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 54 L |
