1962 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 50 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | DKW | Audi |
| Model | Junior | A8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
