1973 BMW Touring vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1961 DKW Junior | |
Make | BMW | DKW |
Model | Touring | Junior |
Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2180 mm |