2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Catera 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 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Cadillac Catera | 1959 DKW Junior | |
Make | Cadillac | DKW |
Model | Catera | Junior |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 741 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |