1992 BMW 332 vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 31 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 730 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, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 332 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |
