1962 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 49 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1004 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 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
