2001 BMW 520 vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 39 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 970 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 2001 BMW 520 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 2001 BMW 520. 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, 2001 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 520 | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | BMW | DKW |
| Model | 520 | Junior |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |
