1963 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (351 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1540 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
