1962 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 830 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 2012 Porsche 911 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 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | DKW | Porsche |
Model | Junior | 911 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 739 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 67 L |