1999 BMW 318 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 37 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 745 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 1999 BMW 318 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 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 318 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 31 L |
