1987 BMW 750 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1962 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1962 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 750 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 31 L |
