1989 BMW 750 vs. 1960 DKW Junior
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1960 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1960 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 1960 DKW Junior | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 750 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 31 L |
