1963 DKW Junior vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 44 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 960 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 2007 BMW 530 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 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | DKW | BMW |
| Model | Junior | 530 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
