1963 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1575 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 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Titan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 106 L |
