1963 DKW Junior vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1903 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 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. 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 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | DKW | GMC |
| Model | Junior | Savana |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 117 L |
