1963 DKW Junior vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari 208 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 1980 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | DKW | Ferrari |
| Model | Junior | 208 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2350 mm |
