1962 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 48 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-350 weights approximately 272 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 2010 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 115 L |
