1963 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 50 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1165 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 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | DKW | Jaguar |
| Model | Junior | XF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2909 mm |
