2004 Acura CL vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 45 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 880 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2004 Acura CL 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. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Acura | DKW |
| Model | CL | Junior |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |
